Depends on what "my novel" means. If you're the author and you own copyright in "your" novel, you can do what you want. If you mean "someone's...

No. You can't use a person's name or likeness for commercial purposes without their permission. Right of publicity is unrelated to copyright. And...

Someone with legal authority would need to sign. A band isn't a thing. Maybe it's a partnership or maybe individuals with an agreement between...

Not based on those facts alone. You would need to have all four fair use factors evaluated and weigh in your favor to establish the affirmative...

Save all your documents -- paper and electronic -- and contact a lawyer.

You don't need a lawyer admitted in your state. Generally, they only have to be admitted in the state in which their office is located (not quite...

Yes, the photo may be copyrightable if it has sufficient authorship and originality. Have a flag laid flat with perfect lighting, perpendicular...

Trademark law essentially depends on consumer perception of marketing. Often compliance with some legal rules depends on all the facts. Custom in...

A lawyer needs to hear the long story. The short one isn't enough. There have been cases decided with all sorts of additional facts provided that...

It's copying not exchange of money that makes copyright infringement. This sounds you need to consult a lawyer before going forward.